{"product_id":"navajo-made-sterling-silver-scar-cuff-by-dine-artist-gino-antonio-copy","title":"++ Navajo Made Sterling Silver Tortoise Cuff++ by  Diné artist Gino Antonio","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExquisite artistry by Diné artist Gino Antonio 🤎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eHand fabricated from sterling silver using traditional tufa stone casting and hand-stamping techniques, this heirloom-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eTortoise Cuff\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies strength, resilience, and a deep connection to Diné homelands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eEach cuff begins as a one-of-a-kind creation, cast from hand-carved tufa stone and finished entirely by hand. No two are exactly alike. The natural textures left by the casting process create a landscape-like surface that echoes the rugged beauty of the Southwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eInspired by geometric forms found throughout the natural world, the Tortoise Cuff features an intricate hand-textured surface created through traditional tufa casting and stamping techniques. The repeating pattern creates a sense of movement while honoring the patience, endurance, and longevity symbolized by the tortoise. In many Indigenous teachings, the tortoise serves as a reminder to move with purpose, remain grounded, and carry wisdom forward through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eThough modest in width, the cuff carries a powerful presence on the wrist, balancing sculptural form with the organic textures characteristic of hand-carved tufa molds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eA compelling example of contemporary Diné jewelry innovation rooted in ancestral techniques, this wearable work of art is designed to be collected, cherished, and passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"410\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1363\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e• Handcrafted by Diné artist Gino Antonio\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e• Sterling silver\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e• Traditional tufa stone casting process\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e• Hand-stamped details\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e• I\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003enspired by natural geometric forms and Indigenous teachings of endurance and longevity\u003cbr data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e• One-of-a-kind wearable artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h7nq73\" data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yqem0u\" data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eWidth: 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ikwm5\" data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eTotal Circumference: 7-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lxch4n\" data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eGap: 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tb4ytm\" data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eWeight: 1.2 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1741\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🤎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1741\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eMade in Diné Bikéyah (Navajo Nation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e💛 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eBorn and raised within the heart of the Navajo Nation, inside the Four Sacred Mountains, Gino Antonio is a Diné artist, veteran, father, community advocate, and founder of Pollen Circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eAfter serving in the U.S. Army, Gino returned home and found healing through family, traditional teachings, community work, and art. Together with his family, he has dedicated his life to helping break cycles affecting Native youth and strengthening community through cultural connection and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eHis jewelry reflects this journey—transforming silver, stone, and story into meaningful objects that honor both personal healing and collective resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"4KINSHIP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004442017890,"sku":"SQ7458075","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/9150\/2690\/files\/61_7529e25f-5642-4127-9dde-4dca0a168cd0.jpg?v=1780846425","url":"https:\/\/www.4kinship.com\/products\/navajo-made-sterling-silver-scar-cuff-by-dine-artist-gino-antonio-copy","provider":"4KINSHIP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}